Birmingham and the wider West Midlands once boasted numerous magnificent mansions and historic homes, each telling a unique story of the region’s rich past. These grand estates, often architectural marvels and cultural …
Every day, tens of thousands of drivers speed past Sandwell Hall Gatehouse, making it a distinctive, if overlooked, West Midlands landmark. Its isolated position—right in the heart of a bustling motorway interchange—means few …
City planners have unanimously rejected a proposal to convert a Grade II listed Arts and Crafts style medical surgery in Birmingham into a 21-bedroom hotel. The building, located at the junction of Middleton Hall Road and …
Visiting Gravelly Hill Interchange—better known to most as Spaghetti Junction—is one of the most unusual experiences I’ve had in Birmingham. As a Birmingham Mail writer, I take pride in mentioning that this iconic nickname …
Birmingham is home to 29 designated Conservation Areas, including iconic neighbourhoods like George Cadbury’s picturesque village of Bournville and the Jewellery Quarter, which boasts the largest surviving cluster of …
Birmingham’s Digbeth, often hailed as an ‘up and coming’ neighbourhood, is currently undergoing significant transformation. This evolution brings new opportunities but also raises pressing concerns about the preservation of …
As pedestrians approach the striking red brick and terracotta façade of the Victoria Law Courts on Corporation Street, they might notice a stark contrast between the street-level view and the grandeur above. While the ground …
Birmingham’s skyline has a stunning new addition, and we went inside to explore what makes it stand out. Crown Place Birmingham, situated on Lancaster Street, isn’t just the tallest student accommodation building in the …
Sitting by the window of the soon-to-open Blacklock Chophouse on Cathedral Square, I was treated to one of Birmingham’s most striking views while waiting to chat with restaurant owner Gordon Ker. For years, only the former …
Step inside The Bell Inn, a remarkable pub in the West Midlands that predates the United States by 186 years. BlackCountryLive was granted exclusive access to this historic establishment, offering a unique look at a venue …
How familiar are you with Birmingham’s architectural gems? It’s time to test your knowledge. In the video above, we take you on a visual tour of one of Birmingham’s most striking buildings. From its unique design to the …
Birmingham is set to welcome a bold new architectural landmark with the approval of a 21-storey student accommodation tower at 120 Suffolk Street. The development, recommended for approval last week by Birmingham City …
Plans have been submitted to Wolverhampton City Council to transform the former Land Rover showroom site at the corner of Stafford Street and Bone Mill Lane into a modern veterinary hospital. The applicant, Wolverhampton …
A long-neglected section of Birmingham’s busiest street is on the verge of a remarkable transformation. The Grade II-listed building at 92-93 New Street, located opposite the lively ‘Chicken Quarter’ renowned for its array of …
Nestled alongside the River Teme and just 90 minutes from Birmingham, Ludlow is a picturesque market town brimming with history, culture, and culinary delights. With over 500 listed buildings, this charming town offers …